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Social and Behavioral Sciences Descriptions
For catalog cycle Fall 2009 to Spring 2011
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SBS 100: Understandin/Biological/Anthro
Effective Mar 20, 2008 View History
Description:
Examines the foundations of life through examination of the unifying themes of genetics, primate behavior, and paleoanthropology. Evolutionary theory, and theories of culture and archaeological methods demonstrate current scientific evidence for sixty million years of human biocultural evolution. Offered fall and spring semesters.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 111: US History to 1920
Effective Jan 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Covers U.S. societies, government, and territorial and economic expansion from pre-contact Native America to 1920. Starts students on a teaching pathway addressing how they might teach this content, and prepares students for a major concentration in history. Emphasizes research and analysis of primary sources consistent with California State standards for teaching fifth and eighth grade U.S. history. Central issues in this course are class, ethnicity, gender, and multiculturalism. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 111L: Project-Based/Communicat/Lab
Effective Mar 20, 2008 View History
Description:
Taught in conjunction with SBS 111: The United States to 1920. Students must be enrolled in SBS 111 to take this course. Designed to develop reading, writing, critical thinking, and emphatic comprehension and communication skills through the discipline of history. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 111)
SBS 120L: Intro to Sociology Lab
Effective Jan 3, 2005 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 145: Intro to Cultural Anthropology
Effective Jan 8, 2007 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 195: Special Topics
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select lower division topics of study and the total number of credit hours.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 197: Independent Study
Effective Jan 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 200: Intro/Social/Behavioral/Scienc
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
Introduces the basic principles, theory, and methods shared in common by the traditional sciences of anthropology, archaeology, sociology, psychology, political economy, and allied fields of inquiry. Required core course for all lower-division students majoring in Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 200L: Teaching & Learning Lab
Effective Aug 23, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 212: Social/Polit/Histories/US
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
A collaborative exploration of the social and political histories of the United States. Students explore the intersections of race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, and environment in the evolution of U.S. politics and social life.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 212L: Teaching & Learning Lab
Effective Jul 5, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 213: Tech/Writing/Lab/Fld/Note/Prep
Effective Jan 26, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 220S: Hispanic Calif-1542 to 1848
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Delves into the lives of the Hispanic and Mexican peoples and personalities that explored and colonized early California from 1542 through 1848. Explores the indigenous communities of the California central coast; the earliest Hispanic incursions into Alta California; Spanish colonial missions and monasteries; Mexican Independence and rebellion; the secularization and decline of the California missions; Alta California in the age of the Mexican Republic; and the conquest and decline of the early Californio colony.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 224L: Archaeology Lab
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Required lab course for SBS 224S.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 224S)
SBS 224S: Archaeology/Map to Museum
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Introduces the methods, principles, and practices of field archaeology using exercises that stress strategy, interpretation, description, information management, archaeological technologies, and the role of scientific inquiry. Introduces the hands-on manufacture and use of stone tools and the interpretation of ancient and modern material cultures. Lab options include onsite field excavations and analysis of Hispanic colonial artifacts at the Old Mission of San Juan Bautista, or a stone tools or "garbology" lab. Formerly known as SBSC 224S.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: 224L)
SBS 225: Art of the Aztec Empire
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
The Aztec, or Aztlaneca Mexica, took to capturing and collecting the art and culture of all those domains that they conquered and subjugated. As a result, Aztec art, thought, and culture reflect an eclectic mixture of the many peoples and cultures of the empire. Explores the origins, art, language, and culture of a Mesoamerican civilization that was unique for its emphasis on human heart excision, but exclusively Mesoamerican in its art, architecture, and ideology. Formerly known as SBSC 225.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 227: Intro/Geog/Info/Systems
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Introduces basic concepts and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as GIS data input, raster and vector data management, spatial analysis, and Web-based GIS. Students apply GIS technology in real world projects. Upon successful completion of the course, students will earn a nationally recognized GIS certificate in ArcGIS software. Formerly known as SBSC 227S.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 230: Crime and Violence
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines the social and psychological foundations of violence and aggression in the context of cross-cultural perceptions of violence explored by way of a variety of martial arts styles and programs. Reviews the interrelationships obtaining between intellectual, psychological, spiritual, aesthetic, and physical health as it applies to one's life through the philosophy of the martial arts. Provides an interdisciplinary review of the sources of social and interpersonal violence. Formerly known as SBSC 230.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 231: Crime and Violence Lab
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Introduces students to a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to dealing with interpersonal violence and crime. Students learn a body of techniques and philosophies in martial arts styles, including Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Aikido, Jujitsu, Tai Kick Boxing, and Greco Roman Olympic Wrestling. "High vulnerability" situations are described through behavioral science studies. Participants are introduced to the social psychology of interpersonal violence through mental imagery and relaxation. Formerly known as SBSC 231.
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 244: Latino USA:Ident/Experiences
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines and compares the political experiences, cultural practices, and literary expressions of diverse Latino populations in the U.S. Topics include im/migration, citizenship, demographics, work, religion, education, language, gender, and cultural rights. Readings include ethnographies, histories, novels, and films. Students design political projects.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 245: American Indian Societies
Effective Aug 25, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 248: Maya Civilization
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Examines the art, ideology, society, and culture of the ancient Maya dynastic tradition in comparative and cross-cultural terms and from the perspective of landmark archaeological projects, ethnohistorical studies, and glyph interpretation. Studies their respective significance in deciphering the larger Maya life way. Will review recent advancements in Maya glyph translation, astronomy, calendrical computation, as well as the literary, artistic, and historical traditions as conveyed through ancient texts and monuments.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 251: Intro to Global Economics
Effective Nov 25, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 252: Wrl/Reg/Geo/Cul/Soc/Sp:On-line
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Applies a geographical perspective to the study of environment, culture, human societies, and their interactions. Examines world regions using a thematic approach to population, language, religion, economic development, social customs, urbanization, and resource problems. Focuses on spatial concepts, principles, and contemporary issues. Formerly known as SBSC 252.
Units
3 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 256: Intro/Geog:People/Places/Envir
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Using the latest instructional technology, introduces scientific principles of modern geography. Features both the cultural and environmental aspects of geography at global, regional, and local levels. Teaches perspectives that go beyond a concern with "where things are," providing discussion and analysis of basic geographical theories and methods in the context of case studies. Formerly known as SBSC 256.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 260L: Archaeology Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
An archaeology lab practicum or hands-on study of authentic artifacts and specimens recovered from past or ongoing archaeological investigations on the California central coast. Specific projects vary. Current analysis is centered on California Indian and Spanish colonial specimens, including bone, stone tools, ceramics, glassware, metal works, and military hardware recovered from early California mission and presidio contexts. Required for all students participating in SBS 360S or other lab and field archaeology projects offered through the CSUMB Institute of Archaeology.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 260S: Mission Archaeology
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
An archaeology field program that draws on ethnohistory and archival research methods to explore key issues and controversies in California and Southwestern Mission studies. Participants undertake an archaeological excavation and or ethnohistorical study of one or more early California or Southwestern missions or related pre-Contact indigenous settlements. Course emphasis on the hands-on study or on-site review of archaeological and historical collections pertaining to Mission archaeology. Past investigations have included the missions of San Juan Bautista, Carmel, Soledad, and the Royal Presidio of Monterey. Specific research topic subject to vary.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 260L)
SBS 283: African Civilizations
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
A comparative survey of the ancient arts, cultures, and civilizations of sub-Saharan or Black Africa and Egypt. Reviews the archaeology and history of the spectacular civilizations of sub-Saharan African and their economic, technological, and cultural impact on the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Egypt, Axum, Meroe, Zimbabwe, Benin, Kush, Zulu, and the East and West African kingdoms will constitute the primary case studies, while discussions will review the emergence of the African Iron Age, the Black Pharaohs of Egypt, the spread of Islam, and the origins of the Atlantic slave trade.
Units
3 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 284L: Cult/Cont/Bil/Ed Lab
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 284S)
SBS 284S: Cult/Contexts/Bilingual/Educat
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: 284L)
SBS 287: Fld/Studies/China/Land/Cul/Dev
Effective May 3, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 300: Major/ProSem:Theo/Meth/SBS
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Required for Social and Behavioral Sciences majors. Introduces students to the interdisciplinary approach of the major. Also offered in videotape format.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 308)
SBS 308: Professional Assessment Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
A writing lab linked to SBS 300 that introduces students to the academic, technical, and communication skills for professional success in the social and behavioral sciences. Students develop a broad understanding of the science, ethics and application, and social responsibilities of social and behavioral scientists and beginpreparation of a Graduation Portfolio. Students plan their academic careers and goals for attaining the entry-level qualifications for using their social and behavioral science theories and undergraduate skills. Together with a faculty advisor, a scholarly Individual Learning Plan is developed for attaining future professional and career goals. Required for all juniors who are Social and Behavioral Science Majors in their first semester. This lab assesses students in the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 300)
SBS 309: Professional/Assess/Lab II
Inactive as of Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Second semester of a two-semester core course sequence that continues the mediated development of academic, technical, and communications skills for professional success in the social and behavioral sciences. Focuses on development of a Senior Capstone proposal. Formerly known as SBSC 309.
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 310: Social Theory
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students gain first- hand knowledge of the main theorists and major schools of social theory over the last 100 years. Offered as interest warrants.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 311: Classic Social Theory II
Inactive as of Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Complementary lab for SBSC 309. Addresses Major Learning Outcomes 1, 2, and 3. Participants engage in structured and collaborative online interactions that enhance their critical thinking skills and their ability to describe and analyze problems of theoretical relevance in the social and behavioral sciences. Formerly known as SBSC 311.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 312: Soc/Pol/Histories/US
Inactive as of Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 313: Tech/Writing/Lab/Fld/Note/Prep
Effective Jan 26, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 315: Growth & Conflict/US to 1920
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
Examines the development of U.S. society, government institutions, and economic expansion from the colonial period up to World War I. Starts students on a teaching credential pathway thinking about how they might teach this content, while also serving the needs of non-credential pathway students. Emphasizes research and analysis of primary sources within the context of the broad outline for eighth grade U.S. History contained in the most recent History Social Science Framework from the State Board of Education. Formerly known as SBSC 315.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 318: Computing/Skills/Soc/Sciences
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Covers fundamentals of computer and electronic applications necessary for success in both academia and industry. Students attain competency in the use of software and electronic communication tools to analyze and manipulate data, and present research findings. Emphasizes using multimedia technologies in the context of the social and behavioral sciences, including Web page development and design, photographic image manipulation, and web-based portfolios. Formerly known as SBSC 318.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 320S: Hispanic Calif - 1542 to 1848
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Delves into the lives of Hispanic and Mexican peoples and personalities that undertook the pioneering exploration and colonization of early California from 1542 through 1848. Draws on first hand accounts, primary resource documents, and oral histories of the period to explore indigenous communities of the California central coast, the earliest Hispanic entradas into Alta California, Spanish colonial missions and monasteries of the California central coast, Mexican Independence and rebellion in early California, the secularization and decline of the California missions, Alta California in the age of the Mexican Republic, and the conquest and decline of the early Californio colony.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 324L: Archaeology Lab
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Required lab course for SBS 324S.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 324S)
SBS 324S: Archaeology/Map to Museum
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Introduces the methods, principles, and practices of field archaeology using exercises that stress strategy, interpretation, description, information management, archaeological technologies, and the role of scientific inquiry. Introduces the hands-on manufacture and use of stone tools and the interpretation of ancient and modern material cultures. Lab options include onsite field excavations and analysis of Hispanic colonial artifacts at the Old Mission of San Juan Bautista or a stone tools or "garbology" lab. Formerly known as SBSC 324S.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 324L)
SBS 325: Art of the Aztec Empire
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
The Aztec, or Aztlaneca Mexica, took to capturing and collecting the art and culture of all those domains that they conquered and subjugated. As a result, Aztec art, thought, and culture reflect an eclectic mixture of the many peoples and cultures of the empire. Explores the origins, art, language, and culture of a Mesoamerican civilization that was unique for its emphasis on human heart excision, but exclusively Mesoamerican in its art, architecture, and ideology. Formerly known as SBSC 325.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 327: Intro/Geog/Info/Systems
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Introduces basic concepts and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as GIS data input, raster and vector data management, spatial analysis, and Web-based GIS. Students apply GIS technology in real-world projects. Upon successful completion of the course, students will earn a nationally recognized GIS certificate in ArcView software. Formerly known as SBSC 327.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 329: Psychology of Health
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
An overview of health issues, and different theoretical perspectives of the biological, behavioral, and social factors that influence health and health management. Health psychologists focus on prevention of illness and promote wellness through research and clinical interventions designed to foster good health and to reduce the risk of disease. Health psychology emphasizes the biopsychosocial model for prevention.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 330: Crime and Violence
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
Examines the social and psychological foundations of violence and aggression in the context of cross-cultural perceptions of violence explored by way of a variety of martial arts styles and programs. Reviews the interrelationships obtaining between intellectual, psychological, spiritual, aesthetic, and physical health as it applies to one's life through the philosophy of the martial arts. Provides an interdisciplinary review of the sources of social and interpersonal violence. Formerly known as SBSC 330.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 331: Crime and Violence Lab
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
Introduces students to a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to dealing with interpersonal violence and crime. Students learn a body of techniques and philosophies in martial arts styles, including Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Aikido, Jujitsu, Tai Kick Boxing, and Greco Roman Olympic Wrestling. "High vulnerability" situations are described through behavioral science studies. Participants are introduced to the social psychology of interpersonal violence through mental imagery and relaxation. Formerly known as SBSC 331.
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 332: World Prehistory
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Explores the origins and consequences of the Paleolithic through Neolithic periods of human cultural development that underlie the rise of civilization and the origins of the modern state. The domestication of plants and animals, early village life, the development of metallurgy and the arts, the origins of writing and the earliest dynastic traditions, and the rise of urbanism and the state serve as the primary cultural backdrop. Formerly known as SBSC 332.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 334: Anthropology and Praxis
Effective Jan 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Reviews contemporary scholarship on anthropological research and praxis. Students actively participate in the discussion of assigned readings, and in the review and edition of a peer-reviewed online journal Culture, Society and Praxis. Students collaborate in the organization of at least one event (praxis) during the semester at the campus level. Meets Major Learning Outcomes 1 and 3 and is a required course for the Anthropology Concentration. Recommended for upper level division students. (Offered Spring and Fall).
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 336: Advan/Topics/Cult/Anthro
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Provides in-depth understanding of cultural anthropology. Introduces students to contemporary issues being discussed in cultural anthropology and subdisciplines such as economic, political, and social anthropology. Reviews selected perspectives such as structuralism and symbolic, interpretive, developmental, Marxist, feminist, transnational, and visual anthropology. Explores the concept and changing meaning of "culture" as the central paradigm in anthropological analysis. Formerly known as SBSC 336.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 338: Social Psychology
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Examines various psychologies and sociologies, and identifies theoretical and methodological similarities between them. From a psychological paradigm, derives shared meanings about the interpretation of the Self. And, from a sociological paradigm reaches an understanding of the role of Self in society, as well as the role society has on shaping the Self. Students experience a set of tasks that allow them to discover the "role of the other." Offered both in-class and online. Formerly known as SBSC 338.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 340: Cross/Cult/Human/Develop
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines psychological and social development using a multicultural perspective. Students engage in ethical reflection and practice through self-assessment and examination of those with different backgrounds. Explores interrelations among the personal, cognitive, and social development of the individual. Students learn the basic concepts and applications of counseling psychology and demonstrate cross-cultural competence in basic counseling skills through applied learning and experimental work. Formerly known as SBSC 340.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 342: History of Economic Thought
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines major ideas of historical and contemporary political economists. Emphasizes concerns for gender equity in both public and private spheres. Examines contemporary feminist economic perspectives which evaluate the underlying constructs and assumptions of neo-classical economics. Provides insights into the relationships between gender and power relations in the economy (local, global) and at the work place, and inquires into economic issues affecting the lives of women, men, and children. Formerly known as SBSC 333.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 345: Intro to Cultural Anthropology
Effective Jun 20, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines the concept of culture as key to an understanding of the diversity and depth of the human experience. Emphasizes the comparative approach as a method to understanding cultural identity and the underpinnings of the relationships of power, equity, and social justice. The connections between informal and formal relations of power are in turn reviewed. Students will recognize and compare diverse approaches to ethical decision making in the context of the understanding of culture.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 348: Maya Civilization
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Examines the art, ideology, society, and culture of the ancient Maya dynastic tradition in comparative and cross-cultural terms and from the perspective of landmark archaeological projects, ethnohistorical studies, and glyph interpretation. Studies their respective significance in deciphering the larger Maya life way. Will review recent advancements in Maya glyph translation, astronomy, calendrical computation, as well as the literary, artistic, and historical traditions as conveyed through ancient texts and monuments.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 350: Domin/Resist/20th/Cent/Hist/US
Effective Jan 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Explores United States history in the 20th century, using contemporary critical theories to understand conquests, colonial power, imperialism, and resistance to domination. Emphasizes race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and struggles over land and resources. Satisfies state requirement in recent U.S. history for teaching credential subject matter preparation.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: EngCom A)
SBS 350L: Domination/Resistance Lab
Effective Jan 10, 2005 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 351: Intro to Global Economics
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Examines principles of micro and macro economics through social science, gender, and local and global perspectives. Explores issues such as prices and markets, trade and industrial policies, labor policies, labor-management relations, global production, division of labor by gender, income distribution, poverty, sustainable development, and economic systems to examine the usefulness of theory in explaining real-life problems and their implications for people. Integrates social scientific method and economic analysis with ethics and case studies. Formerly known as SBSC 351.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 351L)
SBS 351L: Intro/Global/Economics/Lab
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Required lab course for SBS 351.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 351)
SBS 352: On-line:Wrl/Reg/Geo/Cul/Soc/Sp
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Applies a geographical perspective to the study of environment, culture, human societies, and their interactions. Examines world regions using a thematic approach to population, language, religion, economic development, social customs, urbanization, and resource problems. Focuses on spatial concepts, principles, and contemporary issues. Formerly known as SBSC 352.
Units
3 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 355: Archaeologic/Thought/Americas
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Provides a small-group forum for the consideration of key anthropological theories and methods that inform contemporary archaeological thought and practice in the Americas. This intellectual history of American archaeology addresses essential social science theories and applications that dominate American archaeology and cultural resource studies. Primary themes and topics include evolutionary, environmental, structural, functional, economic, processural and post-processual approaches and applications. Required for all SBS majors in concentrations in archaeology and museum studies.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 356: Intro/Geog/People/Places/Envir
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Using the latest instructional technology, introduces scientific principles of modern geography. Features both the cultural and environmental aspects of geography at global, regional, and local levels. Teaches perspectives that go beyond a concern with "where things are," providing discussion and analysis of basic geographical theories and methods in the context of case studies.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 360L: Archaeology Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
An archaeology lab practicum or hands-on study of authentic artifacts and specimens recovered from past or ongoing archaeological investigations on the California central coast. Specific projects vary. Current analysis is centered on California Indian and Spanish colonial specimens, including bone, stone tools, ceramics, glassware, metal works, and military hardware recovered from early California mission and presidio contexts. Required for all students participating in SBSC 360S or other lab and field archaeology projects offered through the CSUMB Institute of Archaeology.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 360S)
SBS 360S: Mission Archaeology
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
An archaeology field program that draws on ethnohistory and archival research methods to explore key issues and controversies in California and Southwestern Mission studies. Participants undertake an archaeological excavation and or ethnohistorical study of one or more early California or Southwestern missions or related pre-Contact indigenous settlements. Course emphasis on the hands-on study or on-site review of archaeological and historical collections pertaining to Mission archaeology. Past investigations have included the missions of San Juan Bautista, Carmel, Soledad, and the Royal Presidio of Monterey. Specific research topic subject to vary.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 360L)
SBS 362: Rsrch Mthd for SBS: Qual Emph
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
This course presents various research methods, primarily qualitative and some quantitative methods. It explores the main theories and methodologies. It allows students to explore different paradigms for research design, data collection, and data analyses in the social sciences. Students learn how to make professional presentations of findings. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: 362L)
SBS 362L: Rsrch Mthd SBS: Qual Emph Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
This lab trains students in the systematic management of qualitative data. Students learn and practice the use of qualitative data collection and analysis software such as NVIVO8. Students learn how to use the software to organize, categorize, codify and report on data of primarily qualitative nature. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 362)
SBS 365: Black/Civil/Rights:1954-1968
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 365L)
SBS 365L: Black/Civil/Rights Lab
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 365)
SBS 366: Rsrch Mthd for SBS:Quant Emph
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Research Methods for SBS: Quantitative Emphasis - This class approaches the research process in a holistic manner using multi-method approach with a focus on quantitative methods. It directly engages students in the design and implementation of applied research projects (most likely part of their capstone projects), including research design, hypothesis testing, data collection, data analysis, and the presentation of findings in both written and oral formats. Examines critically both strengths and weaknesses of different research methods given different types of available data. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: STAT 100) AND (Corequisites: SBS 366L)
SBS 366L: Rsrch Mthd SBS:Quan Emph Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Research Methods for SBS: Quantitative Emphasis Lab - Students get hands-on practices on projects that they select, formulate the research question and hypotheses, collect the data (using survey, observation, interviews, databases, archival resources, and content analysis), and analyze data (using descriptive and inferential statistics). Students will learn how to use a valuable, powerful and marketable computer software, SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Science), to analyze small and large datasets, as well as presenting the findings in a professional manner.
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 366)
SBS 369: Ed for Leadership/Public Servi
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Student leaders from each of the 23 California State University campuses examine politics and public service life in politics. Explores theories and strategies to attract thoughtful men and women to lives of public service in politics, to inspire them to a high standard of conduct, and to equip them with the practical skills of self-government. Formerly known as SBSC 369.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 370: App/Research/Writing/Soc/Sci
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Prepares students to apply social science theories and research methods to the writing and presentation of research papers in the social sciences. Students prepare written projects for presentation in an undergraduate research conference and/or for publication in an undergraduate research journal. Formerly known as SBSC 370.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 371: Applications/GIS/Soc/Scie/Busi
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Academic and business communities are rapidly becoming major users of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Introduces the fundamentals of GIS-supported social science and business applications. Provides students with hands-on experience solving common social and business problems with innovative GIS technology. Some examples are census data analysis, city and regional planning, crime mapping, business site selection, and marketing analysis and social science education for K-12 schools. Formerly known as SBSC 371.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 374: Abnormal/Psych/Multicult/Persp
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Covers mental and behavioral disorders using a multicultural perspective. Emphasis placed on diagnosis, assessment, and etiology. Students develop understanding of emotional disorders and their etiologies, experience working in small groups to enhance learning, develop a working relationship with the DSM IV as a diagnostic tool, gain experience with identifying and assessing various mental disorders, and develop empathy and compassion in working with individuals with psychological and behavioral difficulties. Formerly known as SBSC 374.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 378: Revolution & Communism
Effective Jan 5, 2004 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 381: Vietnam & US Since 1880
Effective Jan 10, 2005 View History
Description:
Provides comparative historical analysis of society, political economy, and culture in the U.S. and Viet Nam from the French colonial era in the 1880s to the present. Explores ways that these cultures and politico-economic factors shaped the course of the American/Viet Nam war and subsequent relations between the two countries. Students interact with Vietnamese scholars/activists who lived through the war, Viet Nam veterans, and former anti-war/peace activists. Formerly known as SBSC 381.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 382: History of Modern Africa
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Highlights the changing relationship of African societies to the larger world since about 1500 with a particular focus on the 20th century. Deals with Africa and the world of the Atlantic Slave Trade, the world of European expansion and colonial rule, the world of anti-colonial struggles, and the world of nation-building and development. Focuses on the lives of African peoples and the societies they have created.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 383: African Civilizations
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
A comparative survey of the ancient arts, cultures, and civilizations of sub-Saharan or Black Africa and Egypt. Reviews the archaeology and history of the spectacular civilizations of sub-Saharan African and their economic, technological, and cultural impact on the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Egypt, Axum, Meroe, Zimbabwe, Benin, Kush, Zulu, and the East and West African kingdoms will constitute the primary case studies, while discussions will review the emergence of the African Iron Age, the Black Pharaohs of Egypt, the spread of Islam, and the origins of the Atlantic slave trade.
Units
3 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 384L: Cult/Cont/Bil/Ed Lab
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 384S: Cult/Contexts/Bilingual/Educat
Effective Feb 18, 2008 View History
Description:
Introduces students to the diverse Mexican peoples and cultures that have emigrated to the U.S. Explores the cultural similarities and differences within such immigrant groups and compares the learning experiences of U.S. and Mexican teachers and their students. Also reviews current standards and materials used in Mexican public schools. Formerly known as SBSC 384S.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 384L)
SBS 385: CA/Gov/Politic/Environ/History
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Applies theories of race, ethnicity, gender, class, and qualitative methodologies to study historical relationships between the human and nonhuman worlds of California. Focuses on past and present human societies and their respective relationships to the land. Explores the ways in which history can aid in understanding present-day policy issues. Formerly known as SBSC 385.
Units
3 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 385L: Democratic/Particip/Lrng/Lab
Effective Dec 19, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 386: Social/Pol/Hist/CA
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Applies theories of race, ethnicity, gender, class, and qualitative methodologies to study historical relationships among the human populations of California. Focuses on past and present human societies and their respective systems of governance and politics. Explores the ways in which history can aid in understanding present-day policy issues. Formerly known as SBSC 386.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 387: Field Studies
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines the "communist experiment" in the 20th century comparing the Soviet Union and China, the two most significant communist societies. Focuses on the revolutions which gave rise to communist regimes, the effort to create societies that were both modern and socialist/Marxist while giving rise to oppressive totalitarian systems, the international impact of these efforts during the Cold War, and the reform programs that ended the Soviet Union and eroded the distinctively socialist elements of a booming Chinese economy.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 388: Crisis/Develop/Mexican/Society
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Focuses on such issues as emigration to the United States, the impact of NAFTA and U.S. private investment in the Mexican economy and society, the affects of international agribusiness on peasant communities, Mexico's electoral politics and politics of protest, and the possible affects of electronic technology on Mexico's educational system. An Internet-based course involving participants from CSUMB and the University of Queretaro in Mexico.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 395: Special Topics
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select upper-division topics of study and total number of credit hours. Formerly known as SBSC 395.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 395L: Special Topics Lab
Effective Sep 11, 2009 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select upper-division topics of study and total number of credit hours.
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 397: Independent Study
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours. Formerly known as SBSC 397.
Units
1 to 8 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 397S: Independent Study
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credit hours. Formerly known as SBSC 397S.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 400: Senior Capstone Seminar I
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students design and construct a graduation portfolio. The portfolio is constructed of student evidence of meeting theory, method and application outcomes and a capstone proposal. Required for all students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the social and behavioral sciences, except those taking SBS 400S. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308) AND (Corequisites: SBS 401)
SBS 400S: Senior Capstone I/SL
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students design and construct a graduation portfolio. The portfolio is constructed of student evidence of meeting theory, method and application outcomes and a capstone proposal. Alternative to SBS 400 for students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the social and behavioral sciences. Students meet with and faculty and community partners in supervised learning activities related to their capstone topic and complete a contracted number of off-campus service hours with the sponsoring agency. Geared to students interested in action-oriented research. Requires pre-approved individualized learning plan and/or capstone proposal. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308) AND (Corequisites: SBS 401)
SBS 401: Sr/Capstone/Direct/Rdg I
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students enroll with their capstone advisor and design and propose a capstone project usually in a field of study such as Anthropology, Archaeology, Geographic Information Systems, Political Economy, Social History and Sociology. Students research and annotate scholarly literature related to their topic of study such as crime, poverty, homelessness, terrorism, drugs and behavior, social inequality, etc. Emphasizes the theory, method and scope of the social and behavioral sciences. Involves the implementation of a year-long project to familiarize students with a specific subdiscipline of the social and behavioral sciences as well as the appropriate contemporary and historical literature of the subdiscipline under study. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308) AND (Corequisites: SBS 400 OR SBS 400S)
SBS 402: Senior Capstone Seminar II
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students complete a graduation portfolio. The portfolio is constructed of student evidence of meeting theory, method and application outcomes and a completed capstone. Required for all students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the social and behavioral sciences, except those who qualify for the fast track. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308 AND (SBS 400 OR SBS 400S) AND (Corequisites: SBS 403)]
SBS 402S: Senior Capstone Seminar II/SL
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students complete a graduation portfolio. The portfolio is constructed of student evidence of meeting theory, method and application outcomes and a completed capstone. Alternative to SBS 402 for students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the social and behavioral sciences. Students meet with faculty and community partners in supervised learning activities related to their Capstone topic and complete a contracted number of off-campus service hours with the sponsoring agency. Geared to students interested in action-oriented research. Requires preapproved Individualized Learning Plan and/or Capstone proposal. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308 AND (SBS 400 OR SBS 400S) AND (Corequisites: SBS 403)]
SBS 403: Sr/Capstone/Direct/Rdg II
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students enroll with their capstone advisor for advice on completion of a capstone project usually in a field of study such as Anthropology, Archaeology, Geographic Information Systems, Political Economy, Social History and Sociology. Students research and annotate scholarly literature related to their topic of study such as crime, poverty, homelessness, terrorism, drugs and behavior, social inequality, etc. Emphasizes the theory, method and scope of the social and behavioral sciences. Involves the implementation of a year-long project to familiarize students with a specific subdiscipline of the social and behavioral sciences as well as the appropriate contemporary and historical literature of the subdiscipline under study. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308 AND (SBS 400 OR SBS 400S) AND SBS 401 AND (Corequisites: SBS 402 OR SBS 402S)]
SBS 405: Assessment Lab/Grad/Srs
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students present their capstone research projects in a professional public setting. Students assemble and present evidence of completion of program requirements as determined by the approved Individualized Learning Plan. SBS majors entering the second semester of the Senior Capstone curriculum must enroll in this course. Requires preapproved Individualized Learning Plan and/or Capstone proposal. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[Prerequisites: SBS 300 AND SBS 308 AND (SBS 400 OR SBS 400S) AND SBS 401 AND (SBS 402 OR SBS 402S) AND SBS 403] Concurrent Enrollment Allowed In (SBS 402 OR SBS 402S) AND SBS 403
SBS 450: Congress/Intrnshp/Adm/Leg/Oper
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Participants examine administrative organization, methods, systems and procedures, problem solving, and systems analysis. Formerly known as SBSC 450.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 451: Congress/Intrnshp/Comm/Politic
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Students examine political processes by which public policy is formulated, adopted, and implemented; political activity; election of public officials; and the political organization of government. Formerly known as SBSC 451.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 452: Congress/Intrnship/Ldshp/Cmtee
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Participants examine the leadership of congressional committee operations and processes. Formerly known as SBSC 452.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 453: Congress/Intrnshp/Bud/Appropri
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Participants examine government budgets, budgetary process and analysis, intergovernmental fiscal relations, and monetary and fiscal policy. Formerly known as SBSC 453.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 454: Congress/Intrnshp/Role/Press
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Students examine the nature, extent, and influence of the press on the nation's governmental process. Formerly known as SBSC 454.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 475: Fort/Ord/Historical/Docs/Proje
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
A project-based exploration of the social history of Fort Ord. Students participate in the creation of an archive and virtual museum housed in the CSUMB Library. Activities include gathering letters, diaries, oral histories, photographs, and other documents and memorabilia from people who once lived on Fort Ord. Participants also inventory, catalog, and digitize the collected documents, and assist in building an online archive and museum. Formerly known as SBSC 475.
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 480: The Queretaro Project
Effective Jan 22, 2007 View History
Description:
Focuses on the history, culture, and economy of Mexican peasant society, and mestizo-Indian interaction in Querétaro, Mexico. Complements the study opportunities in Querétaro, Mexico program for SBSC students. Formerly known as SBSC 480.
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 480L: Ethno/Mexico/Queretaro Project
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 485: Applied/Res/Mex/Peasant/Comm
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Focuses on the field study of peasant communities in Mexico. Explores a variety of areas that are critical to peasant communities in the global age, including the impact of globalization on local economies, the formation of transnational cultural identities, and the revitalization and decline of local cultures. Students reside in at least one local community in the state of Querétaro and collect firsthand ethnographic field data, meeting as a group on a weekly basis to discuss their progress. Formerly known as SBSC 485.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 495: Special Topics
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 497: Independent Study
Effective Sep 10, 2009 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 550: Congress/Intrnshp/Adm/Leg/Oper
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Participants examine administrative organization, methods, systems and procedures, problem solving, and systems analysis. Formerly known as SBSC 550.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 551: Congress/Intrnshp/Comm/Politic
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Students examine political processes by which public policy is formulated, adopted, and implemented; political activity; election of public officials; and the political organization of government. Formerly known as SBSC 551.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 552: Congress/Intrnshp/Ldshp/Cmtee
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Participants examine the leadership of congressional committee operations and processes. Formerly known as SBSC 552.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 553: Congress/Intrnshp/Bud/Appropri
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 554: Congress/Intrnshp/Role/Press
Effective May 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Students are assigned to the office of a U.S. Representative who is a member of the California congressional delegation in Washington D.C. and spend a semester participating firsthand in American government. Students examine the nature, extent, and influence of the press on the nation's governmental process. Formerly known as SBSC 554.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
SBS 597: Independent Study
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours. Formerly known as SBSC 597.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
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